In June 2008, I used this space to call on then-Sen. Barack Obama to add economist James K. Galbraith's book, "The Predator State," to his reading list. As an account of the capture of government by private interests, I thought it would make a far more useful guide to contemporary political economy than the market-glorifying texts that were still in fashion in those days. Full Story »
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Insightful observations about the government's role in health care, from the Wall Street Journal's liberal commentator. The author points out that many Republicans now use of the words 'predator state' to oppose government intervention in health care, but that this expression comes from a book by economist James K. Galbraith, which has the opposite meaning. In the process, he reveals some of the different perspectives which divide the left from the right, which helps us better ... More »
The title suggests the opposite of the message in the article, but perhaps it will lead some of the predatory capitalists to read the article, and thereby gain some clarity. Well worth a read to protect the language and message of Galbraith.
Although they have snapped up Mr. Galbraith’s catchy title, they have misunderstood his message. More »
an illuminating opinion portraying a misapprehension some repub. leaders apparently have about the "predator state" in government-run programs, and includes the response of economist james galbraith, the coiner of the term. in doing so, it makes an argument for a public option in health care
Interesting discussion of J.K. Galbraith's book and opinion regarding government acting like business.
Writer Thomas Frank, quoting economist James K. Galbraith (and even corresponding with him via email to get clarification), makes some key distinctions about conservative arguments against government-run health care options. Original and insightful.
I emailed Mr. Galbraith to get his thoughts on Mr. Grassley’s novel use of his idea. “[T]he concept of the ‘Predator State’ is not quite as Senator ... More »
That government becomes a “predator” when it adopts the agenda of the private sector, when it comes under the control of business interests. According to Mr. ... More »
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